Next to my Kitchenaid Stand Mixer, this is easily my favorite kitchen appliance. I’m sure you’re thinking “doesn’t this just boil water, youkettle.jpg know you can do that on a stove or in a microwave?” But why, when my handy Philips kettle boils water quicker, and then dings to let me know it’s finished. It’s quick, it’s convenient, and as someone who loves hot tea and hot chocolate, I know I’ll be drinking it in minutes. The water even stays warm long enough that I can have a second cup when I’m finished.

The kettle has a few other handy features as well. The base of the kettle itself is cold to the touch, only the base is hot, so you can remove the kettle from the base and sit in safely on the table. And as an added bonus, the cord can be wrapped under the base.

Get one! This An electric kettle will be your best friend at breakfast time - boil a whole pot of water and have hot tea or coffee singles, grits, oatmeal, and anything else that requires hot water to make it. I was not able to find my exact kettle, but you can find one similar on Amazon.com.

Update 5/2/07: I am updating/amending my earlier rating for this product, which I originally gave a five. Recently, the bottom of the kettle has had mineral deposits, which can end up in my drink. I’ve ordered a new kettle with a stainless steel bottom and all the other features that I loved about this product. I’ll let you know how I like it!

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